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==Introduction== <!----Write below this line--->
 
==Introduction== <!----Write below this line--->
The School of Veterinary and Life Sciences (“VLS”) was formed in January 2013 from an amalgamation of the Schools of Veterinary and Biomedical Science, Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Environmental Science, and Chemistry. The combination of these individually strong areas has resulted in a new and enlarged School with major strengths in teaching and research across the whole of the life sciences.
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Students in the School can pursue a variety of exciting disciplines that relate to the science of life on our planet, spanning the study of animals, plants, microorganisms, the environment, chemical processes and the molecular basis of health and disease - in humans, animals and plants. We offer some of the country’s most progressive courses in environmental, biological and veterinary science, and are driven to developing individuals who are interested in all components of our living world.
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The School has an internationally accredited veterinary course embedded in it and has close access to farmland and to a major tertiary hospital precinct.  VLS is well resourced with excellent teaching and research facilities and has highly qualified academic and general staff who are aligned over five overlapping areas:
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We are continually generating research that addresses significant issues in our local, state and regional communities, as well as being of international significance. We maintain strong relationships with government agencies, major research laboratories, industry partners and key Universities and academics throughout the world.
 
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    Agricultural and Fisheries Sciences
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    Chemical and Analytical Sciences
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    Environmental and Conservation Sciences
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    Molecular and Biomedical Sciences
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    Murdoch University College of Veterinary Medicine
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The School offers a variety of undergraduate courses with potential for double majors, postgraduate courses, and research degrees.
      
==History== <!----Write below this line--->
 
==History== <!----Write below this line--->

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